June is the strongest all-round month for a Santa Fe wedding if you want long daylight, dependable outdoor ceremony time, and a high chance of crisp mountain-desert light for photos. The trade-off is that the city is already busy and temperatures are climbing, so shade, hydration, and a sensible ceremony hour matter. For couples choosing between courtyard romance and indoor comfort, June usually gives the most flexibility without the peak heat of midsummer.
This report uses historical weather from 2016-2025, so it should be read as a planning signal rather than a promise. In Santa Fe, that means weather is only part of the decision: boutique hotels, historic venues, and summer visitor demand can shape pricing and availability as much as sunshine. A great date can still be a poor logistical choice if it collides with festivals, school holidays, or a packed downtown calendar.
June ranks first in the historical record, with an average of 12.77 daily sunshine hours and a typical maximum temperature of 27.12°C. That combination is especially useful in Santa Fe, where couples often want an outdoor ceremony, golden-hour portraits, and a reception that can flow between courtyard and terrace. It is also warm enough that guests will appreciate shade, cold drinks, and a clear indoor backup plan. The month is attractive, but it rewards venues that can handle heat gracefully rather than simply hoping for a cool evening.
The strongest historical wedding date is 08 June, with 13.52 sunshine hours, just 0.5 precipitation hours, and a maximum temperature of 27.59°C. That is a very appealing signal for an outdoor ceremony, but it still reads as a historical advantage, not a guarantee for the year you choose. Among the strongest Saturdays, 13 June 2026, 12 June 2027, and 08 July 2028 all performed well on sunshine, which is helpful if you want a weekend wedding without sacrificing too much daylight. In Santa Fe, the practical question is not only weather but venue shade, guest comfort, and how busy the city will be that week.
Before locking a date, check venue calendars, local festivals, hotel availability, and any big downtown events that could affect traffic or noise. In Santa Fe, a strong weather day can still feel tight if room blocks are expensive or guests are arriving during a busy visitor period. Keep an indoor ceremony option and a later ceremony start in reserve, especially for summer dates.
Keep reading to view the best day to get married, hours of rain per day and average high temperature per day in Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States for every month in 2026, 2027 and 2028:
Practical advice for timing and logistics
Santa Fe’s best months still get warm enough that comfort can slip quickly in direct sun. Ask each venue where guests will stand, sit, and wait between events, and make sure there is real shade, cold water, and airflow rather than only decorative cover.
A great weather date can become complicated if it lands near a busy festival weekend, holiday travel period, or high-demand tourism stretch. Check downtown activity, room rates, and venue load before you commit, especially for spring and summer Saturdays.
Many Santa Fe venues are strongest when they can switch seamlessly from courtyard to interior space. Confirm what happens if wind, heat, or a brief shower changes your plan, and make sure the backup room still feels like the same wedding, not a last-minute compromise.
Santa Fe’s charm comes with limited inventory in some price bands, so hotels and transport can tighten before the venue does. Reserve room blocks, shuttle plans, and vendor arrival windows early so guests are not scrambling between Old Town, downtown, and your ceremony site.
June currently ranks highest in Dropory's historical analysis for Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States. Use the result alongside venue availability, guest travel and your preferred wedding style.
08 June currently has the strongest historical weather result in this report. Past patterns cannot guarantee future conditions, so keep a suitable indoor or covered option available.
Dropory compares daily sunshine, precipitation and temperature history to rank months, dates and Saturdays, then combines those signals with practical local planning guidance.
June is the strongest month in the historical record for Santa Fe, thanks to 12.77 average daily sunshine hours and a warm but still workable 27.12°C average maximum temperature. It is especially good for outdoor ceremonies and photo time, provided you plan for shade, hydration, and a venue that can handle summer comfort well.
Both can work, but Santa Fe rewards couples who treat indoor and outdoor spaces as a pair. Spring and early summer are excellent for courtyards, terraces, and garden portraits, while winter and late autumn are better suited to intimate interiors. Even in warmer months, a strong indoor backup is worth having because heat, wind, or brief rain can change the feel of an event quickly.
For the most attractive months, especially late spring through early autumn, it is wise to book well in advance because venue demand and hotel availability can tighten quickly. That matters as much as the weather itself in Santa Fe, where a strong date can be undermined by busy travel periods, limited room blocks, or a citywide event that affects access and timing.
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Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Top date in January, 2027:
28 January
Top dates with the most sunshine
28 January
- 9.4 median hours of sunny weather
29 January
- 9.3 median hours of sunny weather
24 January
- 9.1 median hours of sunny weather
31 January
- 9 median hours of sunny weather
27 January
- 9 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in January 2027
30 January
- 8.8 median hours of sunny weather
09 January
- 8.5 median hours of sunny weather
23 January
- 8.1 median hours of sunny weather
02 January
- 7.6 median hours of sunny weather
16 January
- 7.4 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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January is the quietest-feeling part of the year for a Santa Fe wedding, with 8.21 daily sunshine hours, 1.99 precipitation hours, and an average maximum temperature of 2.09°C. It can be beautifully atmospheric for intimate indoor ceremonies, adobe venues, and candlelit receptions, but outdoor plans need real winter resilience. Early sunsets also shorten the photography window, which makes timing important. If you want January, choose a venue with strong heating, sheltered guest arrival points, and a compact schedule so people are not standing outside for long.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Top date in February, 2027:
27 February
Top dates with the most sunshine
27 February
- 10.3 median hours of sunny weather
24 February
- 10.3 median hours of sunny weather
20 February
- 10 median hours of sunny weather
25 February
- 9.9 median hours of sunny weather
28 February
- 9.7 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in February 2027
27 February
- 10.3 median hours of sunny weather
20 February
- 10 median hours of sunny weather
13 February
- 9.2 median hours of sunny weather
06 February
- 8.2 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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February brings a little more daylight than January, with 9.13 sunshine hours on average, but it remains a cool, changeable month in Santa Fe at 5.63°C for average daily maximum temperature. The historical signal suggests a workable month for smaller weddings, especially if you like a quieter city and lower competition for some venues. Still, precipitation hours are not trivial at 2.15, so entrances, portraits, and transport plans should not assume dry paths. A useful move here is to build your timeline around one warm indoor space for getting ready and another for the ceremony.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Top date in March, 2027:
28 March
Top dates with the most sunshine
28 March
- 11.4 median hours of sunny weather
30 March
- 11.4 median hours of sunny weather
27 March
- 11.2 median hours of sunny weather
19 March
- 11.1 median hours of sunny weather
29 March
- 11 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in March 2027
27 March
- 11.2 median hours of sunny weather
06 March
- 10.2 median hours of sunny weather
20 March
- 10.1 median hours of sunny weather
13 March
- 9.9 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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March starts to feel more workable for destination guests, with 10.19 sunshine hours and average daily maximum temperatures of 10.88°C, but it is still a month where conditions can shift quickly. Santa Fe can look bright and open in spring, yet the historical precipitation signal of 2.42 hours means outdoor receptions need backup shelter, especially in the afternoon. The month suits couples who want a shoulder-season feel without full summer prices or heat. Because spring break and school travel can complicate bookings, it is wise to secure hotel blocks early and confirm how much outdoor setup your venue will allow.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Top date in April, 2027:
30 April
Top dates with the most sunshine
30 April
- 12.3 median hours of sunny weather
24 April
- 12.1 median hours of sunny weather
21 April
- 12.1 median hours of sunny weather
26 April
- 12 median hours of sunny weather
14 April
- 12 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in April 2027
24 April
- 12.1 median hours of sunny weather
03 April
- 11.7 median hours of sunny weather
10 April
- 11.7 median hours of sunny weather
17 April
- 11 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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April is one of the most balanced shoulder-season months for Santa Fe, offering 11.49 sunshine hours and an average daily maximum temperature of 16.27°C. That makes it a strong contender for courtyard weddings, desert garden portraits, and daytime ceremonies that stay comfortable without pushing guests into heat stress. The historical data also shows 1.63 precipitation hours, so weather risk is present but often manageable with a simple plan B. For April weddings, I would focus on wind-proof décor, a shaded cocktail area, and vendors who have worked in open-air Santa Fe venues before.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Top date in May, 2027:
28 May
Top dates with the most sunshine
28 May
- 13.4 median hours of sunny weather
24 May
- 13.2 median hours of sunny weather
27 May
- 13.2 median hours of sunny weather
29 May
- 13.1 median hours of sunny weather
22 May
- 13.1 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in May 2027
29 May
- 13.1 median hours of sunny weather
22 May
- 13.1 median hours of sunny weather
15 May
- 13 median hours of sunny weather
08 May
- 12.6 median hours of sunny weather
01 May
- 12.5 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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May often gives couples one of the best combinations of light and comfort in Santa Fe, with 12.39 sunshine hours on average and a milder 21.04°C maximum temperature. It can feel brighter and more reliable than early spring while avoiding the hotter edge of summer, which is ideal for outdoor vows, terrace cocktails, and relaxed guest travel. The strongest historical day in the month, 28 May, reached 13.4 sunshine hours with only 0.2 precipitation hours, a useful hint that late May can be especially photogenic. Even so, venue demand starts to rise, so the main action item is to book lodging and transportation before your date becomes inconveniently expensive.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Top date in June, 2027:
08 June
Top dates with the most sunshine
08 June
- 13.5 median hours of sunny weather
14 June
- 13.5 median hours of sunny weather
12 June
- 13.5 median hours of sunny weather
13 June
- 13.5 median hours of sunny weather
04 June
- 13.3 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in June 2027
12 June
- 13.5 median hours of sunny weather
19 June
- 13 median hours of sunny weather
05 June
- 12.6 median hours of sunny weather
26 June
- 11.9 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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June is the month that best fits Santa Fe’s outdoor wedding strengths, with 12.77 sunshine hours, 1.6 precipitation hours, and an average maximum temperature of 27.12°C. That combination supports long ceremonies, sunset portraits, and receptions that spill out into patios or courtyards. The main challenge is managing heat without losing the relaxed atmosphere people come to Santa Fe for. Consider an earlier ceremony, a shaded cocktail area, and a venue that can move the party indoors smoothly if guests need a cooler space later in the evening.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Top date in July, 2027:
10 July
Top dates with the most sunshine
10 July
- 13.5 median hours of sunny weather
05 July
- 13.4 median hours of sunny weather
08 July
- 13.4 median hours of sunny weather
09 July
- 13.3 median hours of sunny weather
20 July
- 13.1 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in July 2027
10 July
- 13.5 median hours of sunny weather
17 July
- 13.1 median hours of sunny weather
03 July
- 12.8 median hours of sunny weather
24 July
- 12.5 median hours of sunny weather
31 July
- 12.1 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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July keeps the daylight strong at 12.71 sunshine hours, but it is also the warmest month in the data, with average daily maximum temperatures of 28.4°C and 2.04 precipitation hours. In Santa Fe, that means a wedding can still be beautiful, but the practical details become more important: shade structures, fan placement, cold beverages, and a ceremony time that avoids the hottest part of the day. The strong historical date of 10 July reached 13.5 sunshine hours and 30.09°C, which is wonderful for light but demanding for comfort. This is the month for couples who are confident about summer logistics and want a lively, high-energy celebration.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Top date in August, 2027:
12 August
Top dates with the most sunshine
12 August
- 12.4 median hours of sunny weather
14 August
- 12.3 median hours of sunny weather
04 August
- 12.3 median hours of sunny weather
18 August
- 12.2 median hours of sunny weather
13 August
- 12.2 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in August 2027
14 August
- 12.3 median hours of sunny weather
21 August
- 12 median hours of sunny weather
07 August
- 12 median hours of sunny weather
28 August
- 11.9 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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3.5 h
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79 °F
11.5 h
1.2 h
24
78 °F
10.8 h
2.9 h
25
79 °F
11.7 h
1.7 h
26
79 °F
11.6 h
2.8 h
27
78 °F
11.6 h
2.5 h
28
79 °F
11.9 h
1.9 h
29
79 °F
11.7 h
1.3 h
30
78 °F
11.9 h
1.5 h
31
79 °F
11.8 h
0.7 h
August remains summery, but it loses a little daylight compared with June and July, averaging 11.81 sunshine hours and 27.03°C as the daily maximum temperature. The historical pattern suggests a pleasant wedding month if you are prepared for warm afternoons and occasional weather interruptions, since precipitation hours sit at 1.83. In Santa Fe, August also overlaps with busy travel periods and late-summer visitor traffic, which can affect room rates and vendor schedules. A sensible move is to keep your ceremony in the late afternoon, when the light softens and the temperature usually feels more manageable for guests.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Top date in September, 2027:
04 September
Top dates with the most sunshine
04 September
- 12 median hours of sunny weather
02 September
- 11.9 median hours of sunny weather
03 September
- 11.9 median hours of sunny weather
08 September
- 11.8 median hours of sunny weather
05 September
- 11.7 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in September 2027
04 September
- 12 median hours of sunny weather
18 September
- 11.4 median hours of sunny weather
11 September
- 11.4 median hours of sunny weather
25 September
- 11.1 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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77 °F
10.7 h
2.7 h
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78 °F
11.9 h
1 h
03
79 °F
11.9 h
1.8 h
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79 °F
12 h
0.2 h
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79 °F
11.7 h
1.4 h
06
79 °F
11.2 h
1.6 h
07
79 °F
10.9 h
1.4 h
08
79 °F
11.8 h
1.3 h
09
77 °F
10.4 h
3 h
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75 °F
10.5 h
1.3 h
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76 °F
11.4 h
2.1 h
12
76 °F
11.1 h
1.3 h
13
76 °F
11.4 h
2.4 h
14
73 °F
11.3 h
3.4 h
15
73 °F
10.7 h
2.1 h
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74 °F
11.4 h
2.3 h
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74 °F
11.3 h
2.2 h
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75 °F
11.4 h
1.1 h
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75 °F
11.2 h
1.2 h
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74 °F
10.1 h
2.3 h
21
74 °F
11.3 h
1 h
22
74 °F
10.9 h
1.7 h
23
72 °F
10.1 h
2.6 h
24
71 °F
11.2 h
0.6 h
25
72 °F
11.1 h
0.2 h
26
71 °F
11.1 h
1 h
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72 °F
10.6 h
2.6 h
28
70 °F
10.2 h
3.5 h
29
71 °F
10.5 h
1.9 h
30
71 °F
9.7 h
2.5 h
September is often a very appealing compromise in Santa Fe, with 11.02 sunshine hours and a cooler 23.77°C average maximum temperature. Compared with midsummer, it feels calmer and more comfortable for guests, while still preserving enough daylight for outdoor vows and photographs. Historical precipitation hours sit at 1.79, so it is not a dry guarantee, but it is usually easier to design around than peak-summer heat. Because tourism and destination-travel demand can still be strong, especially around weekends, couples should confirm hotel blocks and transportation early and build a little flexibility into the reception timeline.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Top date in October, 2027:
03 October
Top dates with the most sunshine
03 October
- 10.8 median hours of sunny weather
01 October
- 10.6 median hours of sunny weather
02 October
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
11 October
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
06 October
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in October 2027
02 October
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
09 October
- 10.1 median hours of sunny weather
16 October
- 9.7 median hours of sunny weather
30 October
- 9.5 median hours of sunny weather
23 October
- 8.7 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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69 °F
10.6 h
3.3 h
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69 °F
10.4 h
2.4 h
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68 °F
10.8 h
0.2 h
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67 °F
10.2 h
3.5 h
05
68 °F
9.4 h
3.1 h
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67 °F
10.4 h
1.8 h
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66 °F
10 h
1.7 h
08
65 °F
9.1 h
2 h
09
64 °F
10.1 h
2.4 h
10
63 °F
10.4 h
1.1 h
11
65 °F
10.4 h
0.7 h
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63 °F
10 h
1 h
13
64 °F
10.1 h
0.4 h
14
65 °F
9.8 h
2.2 h
15
63 °F
9.4 h
1.5 h
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63 °F
9.7 h
3.2 h
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63 °F
9 h
1.9 h
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63 °F
9.5 h
1.2 h
19
63 °F
10.2 h
1.2 h
20
62 °F
9.8 h
1.6 h
21
63 °F
9.9 h
1.4 h
22
64 °F
10.1 h
0.3 h
23
62 °F
8.7 h
2.8 h
24
58 °F
8.7 h
3.4 h
25
59 °F
9 h
0.9 h
26
57 °F
8.9 h
2 h
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55 °F
9.7 h
1.6 h
28
56 °F
9.6 h
0.6 h
29
57 °F
9.8 h
0 h
30
53 °F
9.5 h
0.9 h
31
52 °F
9.3 h
1.7 h
October has a more autumnal pace, with 9.76 sunshine hours and an average maximum temperature of 16.92°C, which can be lovely for clear-air portraits and elegant indoor-outdoor celebrations. The month is attractive for couples who want the beauty of Santa Fe without the intensity of summer heat or the brightness of late spring. The trade-off is shorter daylight and the need to start events earlier if you want an outdoor ceremony. With 1.68 precipitation hours, weather is not the biggest concern; timing, sunset, and comfort at dusk matter more, so choose a venue that glows well after dark.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Top date in November, 2027:
01 November
Top dates with the most sunshine
01 November
- 9.7 median hours of sunny weather
03 November
- 9.6 median hours of sunny weather
02 November
- 9.5 median hours of sunny weather
11 November
- 9.4 median hours of sunny weather
13 November
- 9.4 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in November 2027
13 November
- 9.4 median hours of sunny weather
20 November
- 8.9 median hours of sunny weather
06 November
- 8.9 median hours of sunny weather
27 November
- 8.6 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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55 °F
9.7 h
0 h
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56 °F
9.5 h
0 h
03
57 °F
9.6 h
0.9 h
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56 °F
8.7 h
2.2 h
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57 °F
8.2 h
3.4 h
06
57 °F
8.9 h
0.7 h
07
55 °F
7.8 h
4.2 h
08
53 °F
8.6 h
2.8 h
09
50 °F
9 h
0.5 h
10
47 °F
9 h
0.9 h
11
47 °F
9.4 h
1.9 h
12
48 °F
9.3 h
1 h
13
51 °F
9.4 h
0.5 h
14
50 °F
9 h
0.8 h
15
53 °F
9.1 h
0 h
16
55 °F
9.2 h
0 h
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52 °F
9 h
0.3 h
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48 °F
8.7 h
1.2 h
19
49 °F
9.1 h
1.1 h
20
48 °F
8.9 h
1.2 h
21
47 °F
7 h
4.3 h
22
48 °F
8.4 h
0.4 h
23
48 °F
8.7 h
1.7 h
24
46 °F
8.6 h
4 h
25
44 °F
8.9 h
0.8 h
26
44 °F
9 h
0.5 h
27
45 °F
8.6 h
1.9 h
28
44 °F
7.2 h
3.1 h
29
43 °F
8.3 h
2.8 h
30
41 °F
8 h
1.5 h
November is quieter and cooler, with 8.76 sunshine hours and an average maximum temperature of 9.91°C. That makes it a strong month for intimate weddings, especially if your priorities are candlelight, adobe interiors, and lower competition for some dates. Outdoor photos can still work well on bright days, but the light is shorter and the air turns brisk quickly, so guest comfort matters. The strongest historical date, 01 November, had 9.72 sunshine hours and no recorded precipitation hours, which hints at early-month potential. If you are planning November, secure heating, a sheltered arrival path, and a clear rain-or-cold contingency.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Top date in December, 2027:
01 December
Top dates with the most sunshine
01 December
- 8.7 median hours of sunny weather
21 December
- 8.7 median hours of sunny weather
03 December
- 8.6 median hours of sunny weather
19 December
- 8.6 median hours of sunny weather
16 December
- 8.6 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in December 2027
11 December
- 8.5 median hours of sunny weather
18 December
- 8.2 median hours of sunny weather
25 December
- 8.2 median hours of sunny weather
04 December
- 7.6 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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42 °F
8.7 h
0.5 h
02
41 °F
8.2 h
2.2 h
03
43 °F
8.6 h
0.8 h
04
44 °F
7.6 h
1.1 h
05
45 °F
8.6 h
1.7 h
06
43 °F
8.3 h
0.5 h
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43 °F
8.5 h
1.5 h
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42 °F
8 h
1.4 h
09
42 °F
8.4 h
0.2 h
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42 °F
7.8 h
1.9 h
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42 °F
8.5 h
0.4 h
12
44 °F
7.9 h
1.1 h
13
42 °F
8.1 h
2.5 h
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41 °F
7.7 h
1.8 h
15
41 °F
8.6 h
1.2 h
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39 °F
8.6 h
0.6 h
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40 °F
8.6 h
0.7 h
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40 °F
8.2 h
0 h
19
39 °F
8.6 h
0 h
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44 °F
8.6 h
0.2 h
21
45 °F
8.7 h
0.1 h
22
44 °F
7.8 h
2.5 h
23
42 °F
8.1 h
1.7 h
24
42 °F
7.5 h
2.3 h
25
42 °F
8.2 h
1.4 h
26
41 °F
7.6 h
2.1 h
27
41 °F
7.7 h
2.6 h
28
37 °F
5.8 h
6.6 h
29
35 °F
8.3 h
2.3 h
30
35 °F
8 h
0.8 h
31
38 °F
7.4 h
2.2 h
December is the most winter-oriented month in Santa Fe, with 8.1 sunshine hours, 1.45 precipitation hours, and an average maximum temperature of 5.17°C. It can create a striking setting for a small, atmospheric wedding, especially in venues that lean into fireplaces, warm lighting, and mountain-town hospitality. But the lower daylight and colder conditions mean outdoor plans should be treated as decorative rather than essential. The strongest historical date, 01 December, reached 8.71 sunshine hours, which is helpful but still limited. If you want December, plan for shorter timelines, warm guest transport, and a venue that feels inviting even if the weather turns sharp.